[TowerTalk] STEPPIR QUESTION

[Rick Karlquist]

Bob Gibson wrote:
> protection box from Steppir and the control box was grounded...When I turn
> on the unit all looks fine..when I change bands..the box goes out and the
> light blink red and turns off!..Any ideas? This antenna will be for sale
> when I get it working again..pick up in North Fl...$1400...Thanks Bob

I have seen this behavior when the load on the box is more than
30 ohms (but not an open circuit).  I haven't been able to get
SteppIR to tell me if this is bug or a "feature".  You need to
check the resistance of each motor winding.

Rick N6RK